UNION COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Union Day School, a public charter school in Weddington, announced it is implementing schoolwide screen time restrictions beginning next school year.
With this initiative, Union Day School will become the first charter school in North Carolina to implement such a mandate.
“As educators, we have seen firsthand how excessive screen exposure can impact attention, communication, and engagement.” Executive Director Joely Lord said. “This decision reflects our commitment to putting students’ long-term well-being first. Our goal isn’t to retreat from the modern world, but to reclaim the classroom. We are drawing a line where technology enhances a lesson—but never replaces the human connection that true learning requires.”
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According to Union Day School, research shows how excessive screen time affects students’ focus, sleep patterns, social development, and overall well-being…